Indians get the highest number of UK skilled worker visa, over 65500

Mar 25 2022
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Indian Immigrant Workers, UK Skilled Worker Visa

Abstract: Over 65,000 Indian immigrants were issued the skilled worker visa by the UK.

Highlights:

Indian immigrants workers got the most number of skilled worker visas for the UK in 2021.
Indian workers make up 43% of the UK skilled worker labor force.
Indian nationals account for 2/5th of the issued visa for the UK.

In 2021, Indian national skilled workers were issued 65,500 visas. A rise of almost 14% since 2019 was witnessed. It indicates the favorable perception of the points-based immigration system.

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Eligibility for the Skilled Worker Visa

These are the following requirements you need to fulfill to be eligible for the Skilled Worker Visa:

Employed under a UK-based employer who has been licensed by the Home Office
Issued the sponsorship certificate by your employer in the UK with the information about the position you have been offered in the UK
Your job should be specified on the list of eligible occupations
It would help if you were paid the minimum salary as defined by the government of the UK.

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India-UK Migration and Mobility Partnership

In 2021, India and the UK formalized the India-UK Migration and Mobility Partnership. The plan aims to include close to 3,000 students and professionals every year. They can avail of the new work experience benefits in either of the countries. It shall be effective from April 2022.

The partnership aims to increase cooperation on the migration process and open pathways for the mobility of youth.

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Legal routes to work in the UK

The permitted routes to work in the UK include: